1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
