1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB5 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 69 L |
