1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 57 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 35 L |
