1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 46 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 938 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB3 | DB7 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |