1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 46 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 97 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | 325 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |