1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB3 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
