1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1969 Moretti SS is newer by 16 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Moretti |
| Model | DB3 | SS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |
