1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
