1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1952 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB3 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
