1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 136 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
