2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DBS | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
