1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 846 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB3 | SL |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |