1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB3 | 500 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |