1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
