1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1972 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 580 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1972 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB3 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2930 mm |
