1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 39 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 22 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 405 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, 1993 Lancia Thema, 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB3 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
