1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 35 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 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB2 | LM |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 5703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
