1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
