1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1956 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB5 | DB3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |