1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 38 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 136 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB3 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
