1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1964 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1964 Isuzu Minx 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 76 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 25 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1964 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | DB3 | Minx |
Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |