1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 46 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB3 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
