1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 35 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 64 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 260 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
