1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 20 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB3 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
