1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 48 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 530 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |