1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 52 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 691 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB2 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |