1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 55 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 166 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang 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 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
