1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 BMW 740
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 44 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (303 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 760 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 2006 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1962 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 88 L |
