2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB7 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 65 L |
