1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 30 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 109 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 80 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1983 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB3 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2030 mm |
