1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 1988 Mazda 626 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 626 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB3 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
