1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 43 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 52 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB2 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
