1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1965 Holden EH 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 245 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB3 | EH |
Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |