1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1956 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB3 | DB4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |