1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 785 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
Model | 616 | DBS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2741 mm |