1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1964 Holden EJ is newer by 10 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EJ weights approximately 125 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 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB3 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
