1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 46 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB3 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
