1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 48 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB2 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
