1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1985 BMW 325
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 26 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1985 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |