1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, both 1957 Aston Martin DB2 and 1957 Lancia Appia were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB2 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 52 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
