1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 57 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 1051 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 2010 Lotus Exige has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | DB3 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
