1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 48 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, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
| Model | DB2 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
