1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 40 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 799 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB3 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3040 mm |
