1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 511 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Aston Martin Chevrolet
Model DB3 Corvette
Year Released 1957 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2922 cc 6998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 153 HP 506 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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