1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1965 Austin A 60
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 9 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 58 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1965 Austin A 60 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB2 | A 60 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |