1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
