1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 52 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 561 kg more 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse 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 | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB2 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
