1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 489 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daimler |
Model | DB3 | Conquest |
Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |