1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1961 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1961 Ford Cortina 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. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1961 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB3 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |