1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1989 Audi 200
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 35 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 2 more horse power than 1989 Audi 200. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1954 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 1954 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1989 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
