1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 60 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 673 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB3 | S60 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2776 mm |