1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1953 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1953 Aston Martin DB3 and 1953 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Corvette (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 288 kg more than 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1953 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
