1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 670 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB3 | S |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
