1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 51 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 18 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
