1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 583 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang 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 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |