1999 AC Aceca vs. 1951 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 505 kg more than 1951 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Aceca | DB3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |