1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 51 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 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 | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB3 | MC12 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |