1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Nissan Laurel 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, 2000 Nissan Laurel (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel. 2000 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2000 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB3 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |