1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2002 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2002 Mazda Premacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Aston Martin DB6 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 1967 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 2002 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB6 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |