1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | X5 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |