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Aston Martin DB2 1955

General information

ModelAston Martin DB2
Year1955
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2579 ccm (157.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2579 ccm (157.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power109.00 PS (80 kW or 108 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque187.00 Nm (19.1 kgf-m or 137.9 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke78.0 x 90.0 mm (3.1 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
0-50 miles8.9 seconds
0-60 miles12.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0944 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1155 kg (2,546.3 pounds)
Overall length4310 mm (169.7 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity77.0 litres (20.34 gallons)
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