1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1967 Porsche 904 is newer by 13 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, 1967 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904.
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 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB3 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
