1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 41 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 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | 1993 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bugatti |
| Model | DB3 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 553 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 611 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
