1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 47 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 630 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina 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 | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB3 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
