1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 14 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 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 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
| Model | DB3 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 206 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 | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
