1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 41 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 780 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB3 | MPV |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |