1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 50 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 37 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 270 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, 2004 Lancia Musa, 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, 2004 Lancia Musa (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa 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 | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB3 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 47 L |
