1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1988 BMW 535

To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535.

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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Aston Martin DB5 1988 BMW 535
Make Aston Martin BMW
Model DB5 535
Year Released 1964 1988
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3995 cc 3430 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 314 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 389 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3850 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 52 L


 

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