1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 940 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1960 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DB2 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 91 L |
