1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 49 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 97 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 2006 Chevrolet SSR
Make Aston Martin Chevrolet
Model DB2 SSR
Year Released 1957 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2922 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 401 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
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 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 95 L