1956 Daimler DK vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 337 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Daimler | Aston Martin |
| Model | DK | DBS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
