1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 6 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 321 kg more than 1956 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | DB3 | Velox |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |