1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 36 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 106 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB3 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |