1951 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2002 BMW 740
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB2 | 2002 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |
