1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 32 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 96 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 166 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB3 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |