1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1956 BMW 507 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | 507 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 110 L |