1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.

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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca
Make Aston Martin Italdesign
Model DB3 Nazca
Year Released 1952 1993
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2922 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 2090 mm


 

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