1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 280 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB3 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1285 kg |
