1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 33 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 470 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB3 | C |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
