1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1955 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 915 kg more than 1955 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | Virage | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
