1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 45 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |