2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1957 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB9 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
