1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1958 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1958 Triumph TR3. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1958 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB4 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 29 L |
