1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 56 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB3 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |