1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 25 kg more than 1952 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
