1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Giulia | DB2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |