1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1446 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 2006 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1956 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB3 | Express |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
