1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1991 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1991 Ford Tempo is newer by 32 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Ford Tempo, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1991 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB2 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
