1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 49 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 700 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2910 mm |