1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
