2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DBS | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
