1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 49 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 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |