1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
| Model | DB3 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
