1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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 77 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 287 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 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 325 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |