1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 35 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 225 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB2 | 928 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |