1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1140 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB2 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2895 mm |
