1952 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 57 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1952 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB3 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
