1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 42 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 30 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1952 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB3 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
