1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 304 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB2 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
