1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 BMW 323
To start off, 1982 BMW 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1982 BMW 323. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 BMW 323. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 102 L |
