1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB3 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
