1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 283 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 330 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |