1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 536 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | DB3 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |
