1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 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 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 93 L |
