1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB2 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 3 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 19 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB2 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
