1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1969 Nissan Skyline 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB2 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
