1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 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 148 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
