1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1081 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB7 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2200 mm |
