1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 55 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | M3 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |