1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 56 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 40 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 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
