1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 17 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 151 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
