1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 4 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 401 kg more than 1954 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB3 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |