1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1952 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 1952 Aston Martin DB3 and 1952 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1952 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1952 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | 1952 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB3 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
