1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DB2 | 312 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |