1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mazda R 360 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
Model | R 360 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |