1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 537 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB6 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
