1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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 91 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB3 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2110 mm |
