1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 45 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 620 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.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB2 | Quest |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |