1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 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 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 350 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |
