1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 51 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB3 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
