1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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 40 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 586 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 1998 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1956 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
