1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1957 BMW 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | 600 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 2910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1710 mm |