1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 246 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
