1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Mazda R 360 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
Model | R 360 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |