1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 53 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 26 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB3 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |