1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 416 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 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 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 220 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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |