1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2008 Ford F-350

To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 55 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 102 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 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 2008 Ford F-350
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model DB3 F-350
Year Released 1953 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2922 cc 6802 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1107 kg
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 2430 mm


 

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