1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 47 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 709 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 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad 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 | 2006 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
