1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1978 Zastava 750
To start off, 1978 Zastava 750 is newer by 22 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 88 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1978 Zastava 750. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1978 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zastava |
| Model | DB2 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
