1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 46 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 135 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 118 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
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 | 256 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |