1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB4 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2703 mm |