1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1992 Seat Marbella is newer by 31 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 78 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Seat Marbella, 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB2 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
