1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 48 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 610 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
