1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 19 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB2 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
