1977 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 279 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528. 2011 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 528 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
