1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 52 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 285 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.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper 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 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
Model | DB3 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |