1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 48 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 5 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 832 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB3 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
