1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 49 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 10 more horse power than 2011 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 425 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 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 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 135 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3669 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |