1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 53 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 234 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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | DB2 | Compass |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1814 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |