1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 50 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, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 701 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB2 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
