1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 47 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 461 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | M |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
