1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 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 96 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | DB2 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |