Germany vs UK — 1936 vs 1934
| 328 | Ulster | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 80 hp | 85 hp |
| Torque | 94 lb-ft | 90 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,971 cc | 1,495 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 12.0 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 93 mph | 100 mph |
| Weight | 1,830 lbs | 1,905 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm | 2,591 mm |
| Length | 3,900 mm | 3,810 mm |
| Units Produced | 464 | 21 |
| Value (Excellent) | $1,500,000 | $5,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1936 BMW 328 brings better value to the table, and the 1934 Aston Martin Ulster answers with higher top speed, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
The rivalry between Germany and UK automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 1936 BMW 328 versus 1934 Aston Martin Ulster is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1936 BMW 328 producing 80 hp and the 1934 Aston Martin Ulster delivering 85 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the BMW 328 uses a Inline-6 OHV displacing 1,971 cc, while the Aston Martin Ulster relies on a Inline-4 OHC with 1,495 cc. The 1934 Aston Martin Ulster claims a higher top speed at 100 mph compared to 93 mph. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 21 units built, the 1934 Aston Martin Ulster is considerably scarcer than the BMW 328's 464 examples. On the collector market, the 1934 Aston Martin Ulster commands a significant premium over the 1936 BMW 328, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.