1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (229 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB4 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3669 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |