1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1970 Reliant Scimitar 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 276 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar 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 | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
Model | DB3 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 23 L |