1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1958 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Suzuki | Aston Martin |
| Model | Light | DBS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5900 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2741 mm |
