1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 47 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 62 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
