1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 851 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | DB3 | M |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |