1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 53 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 295 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster 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 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tesla |
| Model | DB3 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2352 mm |
