1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 225 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB2 | Golf |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |