1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 55 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 290 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Scion |
| Model | DB3 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
