1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 54 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 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 765 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 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | DB2 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
