1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 37 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 245 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, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB3 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
