1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1521 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB3 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
