2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1974 BMW 3
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1974 BMW 3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V12 | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |