1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1982 Nissan Skyline is newer by 28 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 87 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 136 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 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline. 1982 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB3 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
