1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 3,670 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 51 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 32 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 525 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |