1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 54 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, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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 @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Smart |
| Model | DB3 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
