1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 37 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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 | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB3 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3130 mm |
