1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1303 is newer by 12 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 84 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB2 | 1303 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |