1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 23 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 109 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB3 | L |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
