1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | Vantage | R-100 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |