1967 Alvis TF vs. 1958 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 614 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TF | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
