1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3350 mm |
