1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 130 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 16 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1956 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 1956 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord, 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
