1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 15 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1971 BMW 2002 (197 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
