1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1966 Moretti 850S is newer by 8 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 117 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Moretti |
| Model | DB3 | 850S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
