1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 12 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB3 | Dart |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |