1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 55 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 378 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB3 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
