2000 AC Aceca vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 46 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 452 kg more than 1954 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Aceca | DB2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |