1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 44 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB2 | Terrano |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |