2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1976 Mazda 1000

To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Aston Martin Vanquish 1976 Mazda 1000
Make Aston Martin Mazda
Model Vanquish 1000
Year Released 2007 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 987 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 521 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 577 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2270 mm


 

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