1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 575 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |