1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 54 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1136 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 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon 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 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB3 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
