2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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 DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB9 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
