1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | X3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |