1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 52 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (151 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1957 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 1957 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB3 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
