1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1952 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Aston Martin DB2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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.
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1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1952 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | Spider Riviera | DB2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 2578 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |