1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB3 | 616 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |