1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 BMW 130

To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 145 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.

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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Aston Martin DB2 2009 BMW 130
Make Aston Martin BMW
Model DB2 130
Year Released 1956 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2920 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 53 L


 

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