1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | DB3 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 200 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 Weight | 914 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
