1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB2 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
