1995 Acura Legend vs. 1960 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1960 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legend | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
