1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 50 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | DB2 | EX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
