1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Volante | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2200 mm |
