1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 54 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 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 193 kg more 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB3 | Focus |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |