2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 833 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |
