1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1969 Porsche 906
To start off, 1969 Porsche 906 is newer by 16 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, 1969 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1969 Porsche 906.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1969 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB3 | 906 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| 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 | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
