1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1979 Dodge Mirada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB2 | Mirada |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |