1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 34 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) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
