1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Rover P4 is newer by 5 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 88 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1954 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | DB3 | P4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |