1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 52 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 551 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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2008 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 2008 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1956 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB3 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
