1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1976 GMC Suburban is newer by 18 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB2 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
