1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 14 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais 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 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB3 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |
