1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
