1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1963 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 5 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 129 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
| Model | DB3 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1510 mm |
