1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 13 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB2.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB2 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 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 | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |