1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 680 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | 818 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2601 mm |
