1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB2 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
