1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 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 38 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB3 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
