2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, both 2000 Aston Martin DB7 and 2000 Mazda Familia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 306 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Aston Martin DB7 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Aston Martin Mazda
Model DB7 Familia
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 435 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 78.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 78.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 50 L