1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 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 114 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Autobianchi |
| Model | DB3 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
