1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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 2,922 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 19 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 521 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, 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 Plymouth Breeze (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
| Model | DB3 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
