1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 645 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 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB3 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |