1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2001 BMW 735
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 47 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 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 2001 BMW 735 (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2001 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
