1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 101 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Greyhound | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
