2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1973 BMW 3
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1973 BMW 3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vanquish | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |