1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 47 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 99 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 525 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |