1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 20 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 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 74 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB2 | L |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |
