1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera 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 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 49 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Toyota Sera, 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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
