1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 BMW 130
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1953 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 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
