1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 39 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 7 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 230 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1993 Honda Prelude, 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 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB3 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
