1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |
