1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 46 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 604 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon 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 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB3 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |