1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 51 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) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
