1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 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 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 622 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB3 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |
