1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 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 12 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB2 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
