1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 43 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 385 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1964 Aston Martin DB5 has manual transmission. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | Convertible |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |