1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 17 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 171 kg more than 1953 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Gremlin | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
