1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1015 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
