1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB3 | DS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
