1965 Abarth OT vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | OT | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 86 L |
