1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 53 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
