1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon 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, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 420 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.
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 Seat Leon, 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 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB3 | Leon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |