1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1958 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1300 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
