1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 48 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB3 | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
