1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hummer |
| Model | DB5 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 87 L |
