1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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 113 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 85 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | 330 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |