1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 53 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1916 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
