1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 85 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Honda Civic, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
