1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 50 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 602 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB3 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
