1958 Alvis TD vs. 1955 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1958 Alvis TD is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 420 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TD | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
