1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 50 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 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
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 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB4 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |