1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 40 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 854 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.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 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 | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB3 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
