1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1951 Aston Martin DB3

To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.

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, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 1951 Aston Martin DB3
Make Alfa Romeo Aston Martin
Model 1750 DB3
Year Released 1967 1951
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 2922 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 243 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1510 mm


 

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