1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB5 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
