1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
