1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 449 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper 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 | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
