1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1973 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 936 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1956 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB3 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
