1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1953 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB4 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1225 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
