1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 19 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 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 665 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark 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 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB3 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
