2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 4,735 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 200 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
