1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 29 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp 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. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | DB2 | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |