2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | B2500 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
