1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 34 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 109 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
Model | DB3 | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |