2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | 616 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |