1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1997 BMW S3
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1997 BMW S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1997 BMW S3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
