1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 51 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1114 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
