1986 AC Ace vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 32 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |
