1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 55 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB3 | S |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |