1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 330 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 315 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |