1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 590 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1957 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
