1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 56 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 450 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, 2009 Seat Altea, 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, 2009 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB3 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
