1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 55 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 286 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dacia |
| Model | DB3 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 160 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2673 mm |
