1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 BMW 540
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1963 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 BMW 540 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 540 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 439 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1771 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |