1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 51 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, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 665 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
Model | DB2 | Korando |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |