1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1956 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 1956 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 15, 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3100 mm |
