1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 45 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 54 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3000 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 | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |
