1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 BMW M6
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 49 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 871 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 2005 BMW M6 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. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 BMW M6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | M6 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |