1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |
