1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 51 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1956 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |