1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1996 BMW 523
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 33 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 144 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1996 BMW 523 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | 523 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |