1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 BMW 323
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 BMW 323 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 323 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |