1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
