1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB2 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
