1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 504 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Project Vantage | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
