1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Porsche 911

To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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.

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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911
Make Aston Martin Porsche
Model DB3 911
Year Released 1955 1993
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2922 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Top Speed 190 km/hour 265 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1740 mm


 

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