1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 31 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 85 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB2 | 944 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |