1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 49 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 856 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 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | DB2 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 74 L |