1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1962 Seat 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 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 99 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB2 | 600 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |