1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 405 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB2 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |