1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude 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 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 22 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 295 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, 1993 Honda Prelude, 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 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB3 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
