1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 48 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 166 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |