1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 47 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 768 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1956 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB3 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |