1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 390 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB3 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
