1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 136 kg more than 1954 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulia | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
