1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 13 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB2 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
