1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 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 2,922 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 78 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | DB3 | 100 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |