1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 59 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB3 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
