1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 52 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 160 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, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
