1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 730 kg more than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | Convertible |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |