1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1145 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.
Because 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 85 L |
