1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
