1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 48 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, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 522 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.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
