1965 Abarth OT vs. 1958 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 7 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | OT | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
