1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 51 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT 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 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | TT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
