1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 253 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Project Vantage | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
