1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 586 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 6C | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
