1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 53 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB3 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |