1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 35 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 10 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 310 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero 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 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB3 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
