1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
