1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB3 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
