1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 700 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 Previa, 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB3 | Previa |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |