1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 59 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, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 535 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
