1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 22 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 60 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB3 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
