1959 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Appia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 (312 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DBR2 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 47 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |
