1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 50 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 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 535 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |