1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1962 Toyota Publica 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 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB3 | Publica |
Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |