1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 46 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 597 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 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
Model | DB2 | Actyon |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |