1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 46 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster 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 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |