2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1952 BMW 501. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 625 kg more than 1952 BMW 501. 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:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1952 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | 501 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
