1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 48 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 829 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | DB2 | KB |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
