1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 44 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 3,996 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 187 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 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. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
