1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 325 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DB2 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1938 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 77 L |
