1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 49 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 38 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
| Model | DB3 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
