2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | 818 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |