1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 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 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB2 | 911 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 351 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |