1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 16 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 40 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
| Model | DB3 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
