1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 41 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 14 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 360 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, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
