1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1980 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 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 47 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 386 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, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
Model | DB3 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |