1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB2 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
