1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1967 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1967 Zastava 1500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1967 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zastava |
| Model | DB3 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
