1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 18 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) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 90 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
