1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1952 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1952 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 108 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
