1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 878 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB3 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
