1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 536 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |