1962 AC Cobra vs. 1952 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1962 AC Cobra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cobra | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
