1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2000 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
