1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1949 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1949 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB2 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
