1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 19 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 78 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB3 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
