1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1959 Trabant P 70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 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 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1959 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 1959 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | DB2 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
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 | 54 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 |