1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB2 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |