1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Seat Altea

To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.

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 Seat Altea, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Aston Martin DB2 2004 Seat Altea
Make Aston Martin Seat
Model DB2 Altea
Year Released 1959 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2920 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 55 L


 

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