1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1972 BMW 3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | 3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |