1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 14 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 7 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 240 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 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
Model | DB3 | 3000 Mk III |
Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
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 | 153 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |