1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1957 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 108 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Carabo | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
