1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
