1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 55 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, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1781 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.
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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 2009 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. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | DB3 | Azure |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 6761 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 876 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |