1961 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, both 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 and 1961 Trabant Universal were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Because 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 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 DBR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Trabant Universal, 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.
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1961 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | DBR2 | Universal |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |