1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB3 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |