1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 610 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB3 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2690 mm |
