1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 45 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB4 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
