1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2003 Toyota Will 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Will. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Will weights approximately 546 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will. 2003 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2003 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Will |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
