1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 47 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 73 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
