1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 42 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 120 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
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 | 238 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |