1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
