1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 556 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | DB3 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
