1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 20 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 621 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada 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 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB3 | Granada |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |