1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 47 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 391 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB3 | Passat |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |