1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1956 Austin A 30
To start off, 1956 Austin A 30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1956 Austin A 30 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB3 | A 30 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 28 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |