1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1955 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB2 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |