1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 29 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 596 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB3 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |