1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1956 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, both 1956 Aston Martin DB2 and 1956 Vauxhall Wyvern were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1956 Vauxhall Wyvern.
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 | 1956 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
| Model | DB2 | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
