1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 35 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 46 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
Model | DB2 | Rocky |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |