1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 43 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 241 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio 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 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB2 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
