1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1982 BMW 328
To start off, 1982 BMW 328 is newer by 24 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 566 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, 1982 BMW 328 (210 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. 1982 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1982 BMW 328 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | 328 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 195 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1506 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |