1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1961 BMW 501 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 110 L |
