1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 641 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB3 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |