1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 14 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 208 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1975 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
