1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1970 Lancia Stratos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. 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 23 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1952 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB3 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
