1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bizzarrini |
| Model | DB2 | A3C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
