1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1993 BMW M3
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1956 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 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 | 1993 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | M3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |