1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 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 194 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
