1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 48 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 997 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car 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 | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | DB3 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
