1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 34 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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI 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 | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Westfield |
| Model | DB3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |
