1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 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 109 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 526 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | DB3 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |