1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 43 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 555 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DB3 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
