1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | Bialbero | DB3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 2920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2220 mm |