1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 33 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 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (238 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB6 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
