1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 46 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1957 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB3 | Crown |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |