1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 26 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 51 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 395 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB3 | Crown |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |