1964 AC Cobra vs. 1955 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1964 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | DB2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |