1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 560 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB3 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
