1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 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 181 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 145 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
