1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
