1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 26 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 63 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 225 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB3 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
