1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 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 27 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 517 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |