1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB3 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
