1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB3 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
