1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 59 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 260 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dacia |
| Model | DB3 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2673 mm |
