1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 109 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |