1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 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 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |