1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
