1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 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 72 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 784 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |