1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Wartburg 311 is newer by 8 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) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DB2 | 311 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 43 L |