1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
