1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 3,995 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 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 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 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB5 | 535 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |