1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 58 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 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 610 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.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 2012 BMW 528 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. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB2 | 528 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |