1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 48 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 62 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 589 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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
