1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 7 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. Both 1954 Aston Martin DB3 and 1961 Aston Martin DB2 are equipped with a 2,922 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 261 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 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 | 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB3 | DB2 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |