1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB2 | Escort |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |