1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1996 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1996 Ford Taurus is newer by 42 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 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 587 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, 1996 Ford Taurus, 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus 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 | 1996 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
