1956 Aston Martin DB Mark III

Engine 2922cc in-line six-cylinder, twin-overhead camshaft, twin SU H6 1¾ inch carburettors Power

and torque 162bhp @ 5500rpm; 180lb ft @ 4000rpm Transmission 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive Steering Worm and roller Suspension Front: independent, wishbones, coil springs, transverse torsion bar lever-arm dampers; Rear: live axle, coil springs, parallel arms, transverse Panhard rod, leverarm dampers Brakes Discs all round Weight 1270kg (2800lb) (production car) Performance Top speed: 120mph; 0-60mph: 9.3sec Fuel consumption 18mpg Cost new £3076 (production car) Price now £300,000-£500,000 (this prototype)