1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 51 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 628 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB3 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
