1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (346 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 318 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 355 Nm |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |