1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 34 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, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 BMW 332 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 332 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |