1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | DB2 | Beta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |