1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 8 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 85 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 274 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | DB3 | Velox |
Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |