1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 340 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |