1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 50 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 89 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MCC |
| Model | DB3 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
