1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 BMW 116
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2007 BMW 116 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB2 | 116 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |