1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 43 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 141 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | AZ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
