1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
