1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1981 Porsche 936
To start off, 1981 Porsche 936 is newer by 25 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, 1981 Porsche 936 (632 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1981 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1981 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB3 | 936 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 632 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 775 kg |
