1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB7 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2200 mm |
