1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1957 BMW 502
To start off, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1957 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
