1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 55 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, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
