1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB2 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
