1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 33 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 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 125 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 90 | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
