1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 1000 | DB3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |