1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 52 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 516 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango 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 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB2 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 102 L |
