1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 50 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB2 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |
