1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1970 BMW 2002
To start off, 1970 BMW 2002 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2002 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1970 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | 2002 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |