1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 55 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1495 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 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. 2013 BMW X5 M 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. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB3 | X5 M |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1764 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |