1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | X5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 209 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 Weight | 1308 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 93 L |