1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA 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 64 more horse power than 1955 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1955 MG MGA. 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1955 MG MGA | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB3 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
