1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 BMW 116
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 43 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 196 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
