1957 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DBR2 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
