1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 29 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 196 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
Model | V6 | DB3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |