1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 45 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 134 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB2 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
