1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 43 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 11 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 530 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |