1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 57 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 465 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
Model | DB3 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |