1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
| Model | DB3 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
