1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 28 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 136 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | DB3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
