1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 27 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 117 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 61 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
