1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1986 BMW 316
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1986 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
