1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 49 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 16 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige 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 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | DB3 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
