1997 Acura NSX vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1953 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | NSX | DB2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |