1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 53 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | DB3 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
