1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 459 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 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT 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 365 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB3 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |