1942 Aston Martin 15 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Aston Martin 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Aston Martin 15 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1942 Aston Martin 15.
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. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1942 Aston Martin 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Aston Martin 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Aston Martin 15 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | 15 | 540 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 282 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1721 kg |