1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 9 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 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB3 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
