1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1970 Honda Z is newer by 14 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 81 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB2 | Z |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
