1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 34 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 18 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 400 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 1987 Buick Regal 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. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB3 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
