1965 AC Aceca vs. 1958 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1965 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Aceca | DB2 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |