1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 25 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GTV | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1158 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
