2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1959 BMW 503
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1959 BMW 503. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1959 BMW 503 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 503 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |