1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hummer |
| Model | DB2 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 87 L |
