1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2001 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB3 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
