1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 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 84 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
