1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1998 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 41 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1998 Dodge Copperhead | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB2 | Copperhead |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |