1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 145 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB3 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |