1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | 318 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |