1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB3 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
