1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 53 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 495 kg more than 1952 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
