1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 37 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 87 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
