1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 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 44 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 80 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, 1988 Volvo 440, 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB3 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
