1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 13 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 74 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB3 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
