1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1975 Nissan Sunny is newer by 19 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
