1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 1987 TVR Type S is newer by 33 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, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DB3 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2300 mm |
