1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara 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 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 891 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2007 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara 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 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB3 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
