1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 50 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
