1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1965 Abarth 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 750 | 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 750 | DB2 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 535 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 77 L |