2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | 616 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 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 | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |