1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1962 MG Midget is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 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 107 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB3 | Midget |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 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 | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2032 mm |