1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 540 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | DB3 | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1958 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |