2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB7 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
