1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1951 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, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | 316 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |