1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 43 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 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 525 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |