1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | 626 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
