1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 2002 (197 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
