1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | 330 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |