1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 49 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
Model | DB3 | 7 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |