1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1981 Zastava 750
To start off, 1981 Zastava 750 is newer by 25 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 177 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1981 Zastava 750. 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1981 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zastava |
| Model | DB3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2010 mm |
