1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 42 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 460 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 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 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB3 | 928 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 195 Nm | 500 Nm |
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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |