1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 BMW 330

To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 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 1995 BMW 330
Make Aston Martin BMW
Model DB4 330
Year Released 1953 1995
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2580 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3950 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1257 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1750 mm


 

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