1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 55 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1776 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | DB3 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
