1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 29 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 405 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 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB3 | Senator |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2690 mm |