1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB2 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |