1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1992 Ferrari 348

To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 39 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 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 1992 Ferrari 348
Make Aston Martin Ferrari
Model DB3 348
Year Released 1953 1992
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2922 cc 3405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
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 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L


 

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