1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo 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 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB3 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
