2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 954 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Vanquish | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
