1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 37 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1953 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | V6 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 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 | 1210 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
