1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover 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 90 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover 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, 1987 Holden Drover 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB3 | Drover |
Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |