1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB4 | 323 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |