1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 61 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 381 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.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora 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 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | DB3 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2047 mm |
