1960 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DBR2 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |
