1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 330 is newer by 15 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 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 493 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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 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 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
