1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Luce |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |