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Aston Martin DB 3 S

General information

ModelAston Martin DB 3 S
Year1954
CategoryCabriolets/sport 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 power182.50 PS (134 kW or 180 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque195.00 Nm (19.9 kgf-m or 143.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed221.0 km/h (137.3 mph)
0-60 miles6.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1997 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

Weight914 kg (2,015.0 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)
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