2005 AC Cobra vs. 1955 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 50 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Cobra weights approximately 57 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cobra | DB3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
