1951 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 59 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
