1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 57 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1246 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2895 mm |
