1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1984 Opel Monza

To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 30 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 321 kg more than 1954 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Aston Martin DB3 1984 Opel Monza
Make Aston Martin Opel
Model DB3 Monza
Year Released 1954 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2920 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2670 mm


 

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