1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 59 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, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB2 | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |