2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB7 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
