1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2001 BMW 318
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 37 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 198 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2001 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
