1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 45 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 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB2 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |