1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1954 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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | |
Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
Model | A 310 | DB3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 980 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |