1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1973 BMW 2004
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 15 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 56 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 80 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 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1973 BMW 2004 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | 2004 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
