1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 MG MGB is newer by 19 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 86 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 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB3 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2320 mm |
