1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 BMW 745
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 45 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1963 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB4 | 745 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 88 L |
