1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
