1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 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 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1972 DAF 44. 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 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | DB3 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2260 mm |
