1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB3 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
