1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 8 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 778 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB2 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
