1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1958 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 22 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Alfa 6 | DB2 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |