1960 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 176 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DBR2 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
