1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 52 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 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 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | 525 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |