1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 19 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 475 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, 1997 Toyota Camry, 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry 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 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
