1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 45 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |
