1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 393 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, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB3 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
