1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 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 341 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB7 | 616 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |