1986 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | M3 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2741 mm |
