1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 50 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pagani |
| Model | DB3 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
