1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 49 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 2005 Lada Niva 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, 2005 Lada Niva 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
Model | DB2 | Niva |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |