1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 718 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 Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 2007 BMW Alpina 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 Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |
