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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 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.
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 | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
