1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 48 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 175 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 (320 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (151 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 116 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |