1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2002 GMC Safari

To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 51 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 950 kg more than 1951 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari 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 2002 GMC Safari
Make Aston Martin GMC
Model DB3 Safari
Year Released 1951 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2922 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1980 mm


 

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