2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 BMW 501
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 501 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 3166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
