1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Trabant P 601 is newer by 10 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 127 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Trabant P 601, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
| Model | DB3 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 24 L |
