1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 47 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 160 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | 120 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |