1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 38 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 12 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 210 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB3 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
