1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1994 Ford Probe
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 38 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 3 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 61 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1994 Ford Probe, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1994 Ford Probe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB2 | Probe |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |