1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 56 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 2009 Bentley Arnage 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. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | DB3 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 6760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
