1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 23 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 605 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 1976 Holden Statesman 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. 1976 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB3 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |
