1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |