1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 50 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, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 BMW 550 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 550 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |