1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 195 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 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | DB2 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
