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Aston Martin DB 3S

General information

ModelAston Martin DB 3S
Year1953
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2922 ccm (178.30 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2922 ccm (178.30 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power155.00 PS (114 kW or 153 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque195.00 Nm (19.9 kgf-m or 143.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1649 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3310 litres (875 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight940 kg (2,072.3 pounds)
Overall length3920 mm (154.3 inches)
Overall width1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Overall height1050 mm (41.3 inches)
Wheelbase2220 mm (87.4 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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