1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 406 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.
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 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal 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 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB3 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |